Chapter 471

The wind howled outside the top floor of Stormwind Hotel. Veronica Wren huddled in a blanket by the floor-to-ceiling window, staring out while holding her phone. The rooftop pool below had frozen over, except for the area by the inlet. "Allen, why did you take Aurora away?" Dylan Han’s voice sounded distant and indifferent. "She’s with her dad. I don’t see a problem with that." "Sure, she’s your daughter, but she’s also Auntie’s granddaughter. Auntie’s flying back soon—Aurora's supposed to go with her. When are you bringing her back?" "She’s not going back." "What? Not going?" "I’ve hired a private tutor for her. She’ll stay in Yannburgh for now." "In Yannburgh?" Veronica’s tone sharpened. "For how long?" "We’ll see." "We’ll see?" She was about to keep pushing when she heard another voice on the other end, "Mr. Han, Miss Gu is awake and asking for you." Dylan didn’t hesitate. "I’ve got something to handle. Gotta go." "Wait!" But the call had already disconnected before she could say mo